Located in the heart of the community at Huntington St #13, Shelton, CT 06484, United States, Sassafras Restaurant Ice Cream Parlor stands as a welcoming destination for those seeking a blend of classic dining and sweet indulgence. Our establishment is built on the foundation of providing a comfortable space where neighbors, families, and visitors can gather to enjoy a meal and a treat in a relaxed, friendly environment. We take pride in being a local staple, focusing on the simple joys of good food and the timeless appeal of a traditional ice cream parlor experience.
Stepping into our restaurant, guests are greeted by an atmosphere that prioritizes comfort and hospitality. Whether you are stopping by for a quick lunch, a leisurely dinner, or simply looking to satisfy a craving for a frozen dessert, our doors are open to provide a consistent and enjoyable experience. We believe that a restaurant should be more than just a place to eat; it should be a cornerstone of the neighborhood, a place where memories are made over shared plates and scoops of ice cream.
What Makes Us Special
A Welcoming Community Atmosphere: We have cultivated a space that feels like an extension of your own home. Our layout and service style are designed to ensure that every guest feels comfortable, whether they are dining alone, with a partner, or bringing the entire family for an evening out.
The Best of Both Worlds: By combining a restaurant menu with a dedicated ice cream parlor, we offer a versatile dining experience. You can enjoy a savory meal followed immediately by a high-quality dessert without having to travel to a second location, making us a convenient choice for any time of day.
Commitment to Quality and Consistency: We focus on maintaining high standards for every item that leaves our kitchen. By prioritizing fresh ingredients and careful preparation, we ensure that our guests receive a reliable and satisfying meal every time they visit our Shelton location.
A Local Landmark in Shelton: Situated conveniently on Huntington Street, we have become a recognizable part of the local landscape. Our presence in the community is defined by our dedication to serving the residents of Connecticut with warmth, professionalism, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
Our Philosophy on Dining
At Sassafras Restaurant Ice Cream Parlor, we understand that the dining experience is about more than just the food on the plate. It is about the environment, the service, and the feeling of being welcomed. We strive to create an environment where the pace of life slows down, allowing our guests to truly enjoy their time with friends and family. Our staff is dedicated to providing attentive service that respects your time while ensuring that your needs are met with a smile.
We believe that the tradition of the ice cream parlor is something worth preserving. It represents a simpler time when a scoop of ice cream was the perfect way to celebrate a small victory or end a long day. By keeping this tradition alive alongside our restaurant offerings, we hope to provide a touch of nostalgia that resonates with our guests of all ages. Whether you are a long-time resident of Shelton or just passing through the area, we invite you to experience the unique charm that defines our establishment.
Our location on Huntington Street is easily accessible, making us an ideal stop for those exploring the local area or looking for a reliable place to dine after a busy day. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our service and ensure that our menu continues to meet the expectations of our diverse clientele. We value the feedback of our patrons, as it helps us grow and continue to serve the community effectively. Thank you for considering Sassafras Restaurant Ice Cream Parlor for your next meal or dessert outing; we look forward to welcoming you soon and providing you with a memorable experience in the heart of Shelton.
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Ashley Hammill
05-04-2026
A hidden gem in town. Great breakfast, lunch, and ice cream. Gets packed though.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Reservation
Not sure
Group size
2 people
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Booth seating
Yoshimi_Kitten
05-04-2026
Love this hometown restaurant and their extended hours are a plus!
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Group size
3-4 people
Seating type
Indoor dining area, Booth seating
The Reviewer 85
05-04-2026
I love this place the food is great and quick. Thw staff are awesome. Price for 2 I paid almost 30 dollar which I thought it was great. What I love most is that everyone work together and try to give the best customer service they can and … More
Ace Ricker
05-04-2026
I usually go with a group of my friends in the area for brunch and always have a great time! The breakfast/lunch/dinner is great; they have a little of everything to order and the prices aren't bad at all. It is a smaller place so if you want great food/service come early or you may have a little wait. Would highly recommend. :)
Eug Sun
05-04-2026
had high hopes, came for the food and ice cream
didn't appreciate the food. The clam chowder was watery and especially salty. … More
Joyce Michaels
05-04-2026
Great brunch. Very helpful staff. Maintained a positive attitude even though I spilled water all over. They replaced everything immediately and cleaned it up quickly. More
Jessica Martin
05-04-2026
I was in Shelton for work today and just popped in to Sassafras for a quick lunch (it’s Friday around 1pm). Glad I did! The service was fast and friendly, the restaurant was inviting and the food was great. I had a Cobb salad with grilled … More
Lisa FF
05-04-2026
We had breakfast with family and friends. It was the perfect place. It was family friendly. We ordered belgian waffles, pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, and omelettes. Thank you. It was a great start to our day. More
Art J
05-04-2026
Very good spot for breakfast or lunch. If you like eggs Benedict the have a few different spins on the dish as well as the classic, all very good. Sadly the eggs Benedict is only available on weekends. The staff is great and the I've never had a bad meal.
Ewelina Kuklik
05-04-2026
Enjoyed a nice breakfast here with friends before work. The “B” from health department turned me off. Little but I’ve eaten here before and never had any issues. I love to support the privately owned breakfast places. Prices are reasonable, … More
Yoshimi_Kitten
05-04-2026
Love this hometown restaurant and their extended hours are a plus!
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Danielle Morrison
05-04-2026
The best local eatery hands down. I have been coming to Sassafras since I was a kid in the 80's. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and dessert are always fantastic. I have never had a bad meal here. … More
Becky Rogers
05-04-2026
I didn't leave a tip. Never, in over 40yrs of my adult life have I ever done that. The food: my Greek omelet had a fair amount of everything except the gyru meat. It was only in half the omelet, and I had to unfold the egg to find it. The … More
Chris Camarro
05-04-2026
I love this place! The decor is lovely and homey. The food is great, Especially the burgers! The service is also excellent. I have eaten here many many times over the years and only had one problem with my order management took care of the … More
Deborah Beltz
05-04-2026
This is my towns favorite breakfast place, excellant breakfast, Ryan, Louise, and Dorothy, Sheena is all like our family. they will take great care of you, it is always fresh, and a great family place !
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Recommended dishes
2 Eggs Bacon Home Fries and Toast, Western, Egg on a Roll, French Onion Soup
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Go and enjoy you will not be sorry! Yum!!!!!
Kid-friendliness
Yes, the kids love it there!
Lee Spivey
05-04-2026
Sassafras is fabulous and I love the Name. Their services are great and the food is delicious and it is a great place to bring the family. Kids are definitely welcomed. Have a good time and enjoy your meal. You won’t be sorry.👍
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Buffalo Chicken, Western, Spinach Feta & Tomato
Recommendation for vegetarians
Highly recommend
Vegetarian offerings
Menu is all vegetarian, Large vegetarian selection, Vegetarian menu or section, Clearly labeled vegetarian dishes
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot
Kayleigh Mihalko
05-04-2026
When was the last time you went to Sassafras Restaurant, Huntington CT ?
For us it had been a while. In fact, this welas the kids first time going! … More
Christopher Flaxman
05-04-2026
Very good food served by a fantastically friendly waitress! They were out of burgers unfortunately due to circumstances outside of their control so I got the BBQ smothered chicken and it was very good! Served with little onion straws and hot veggies! Partner and I had some of their ice cream (The Brown Bomber and a Float) and they were also very good!
Heartily recommend this place for anyone wanting a nice meal!
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Lucy S (lovesomeluc)
05-04-2026
Omg! Banana chocolate pancakes are yummy and soft. Food is fresh and service is good! I felt at home
Jim Piaz
05-04-2026
Recently, I reacquainted with an old friend, and we decided to start having breakfast on Sunday mornings at Sassafras. The third time we went there, the head waiter or maitre'd asked us if we were getting the usual, and we said yes. I'm one of those guys who needs all the little tweets to his order, and this young man remembers and gets our order exactly right every time.
I'm not sure who impresses me more him or the chef because the food is always perfect and always cooked precisely the way I like it. In my opinion you can't go wrong at Sassafras.
Order type
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
michael hahn
05-04-2026
Staff was amazing, they were so kind to my wife, 3 kids and myself it was like being taken care of by family.
Food was hot and ready fast.
Place is small but cute.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Amelis M
05-04-2026
When we entered we didn’t receive a hello or greeting. It self seating but everyone just stared in disgust. We were given about two minutes to choose what we wanted to eat and given an annoyed response back for more time. Our cups were given and never filled, stayed empty the whole dining experience. Food was okay. Our plates were quickly taken from us and were charged an open food fee?????? When someone came to eat the workers said we only have on table left and stared down at us with an unpleasant face. We were there for 30 minutes max and left because we felon so unwanted and uncomfortable. Still tip 20% but will never make that mistake again. I don’t know if they treat all their younger diners like this but will never come back
Toni Rodrguez
05-04-2026
I love this place! Always friendly, food is always good. Generous with portions too.
Meal type
Breakfast
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Noise level
Quiet, easy to talk
Wait time
No wait
amaya
05-04-2026
Environment was nice, it was self seating and we were able to sit quickly which was nice. However no greeting or really welcoming introduction. However there aren’t any actual REAL servers it just seems like a bunch of bussers/food runners … More
Aj Aerospace
05-04-2026
Celebrated my 60th Birthday with an ice-cream Sunday party at Sassafras. Ice-cream & service was top notch. … More
Yvonne LaLuna
05-04-2026
Love the food!!! Regardless if it's breakfast or dinner!!! Here's pictures of the chopped steak dinner with mashed potatoes and my dinner the fresh fish and chips!!!! More
Dianne Camella
05-04-2026
Stopped in for coffee and breakfast and as usual food was very good and service was great... they were very accommodating in that they used a different bread for my French toast. I have been going to sassafras for 40 plus years.... When my … More
Toni Rodrguez
05-04-2026
I love this place! Always friendly, food is always good. Generous with portions too.
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Darlene Devan
05-04-2026
This was my first visit to Sassafras. The food is delicious and reasonably priced. The staff is very welcoming and attentive. I felt like I was having breakfast at a friend’s house. I will definitely be back! More
Michael Hayes
05-04-2026
I opted to stay in Shelton, CT when I had some business in Stratford, CT. I searched for a suitable breakfast place on my return tip in order to get filled up with some good food and coffee. Turns out that Sassafras was pretty much right on … More
Cesar “CS phothos” Ortiz
05-04-2026
Sassafras Restaurant & Ice Cream truly stands out for its authentic American cuisine, offering an exceptional culinary experience that satisfies all palates. From the moment you enter, the warm and welcoming atmosphere invites you to relax … More
Kevin Miller
05-04-2026
Been going here for a while -- Have always enjoyed the food; however, I recently had a meal at Sassafras that gave me by far the worst food poisoning I've ever experienced and I can't bring myself to return again. … More
Reviews Sassafras Restaurant Ice Cream Parlor